8 of Time Out's top Nottingham eateries including an upmarket chippy and snug vegan café

Time Out magazine is generally regarded as somewhat of a bible for foodies. Its eclectic market in Lisbon is reason enough to trust the publication - which is definitely in the know about where it's hot to dine out.

That's why we've found ourselves referencing its UK guides recently too. Time Out's top Nottingham eateries is one of the top-ranking articles in Google when you search for best restaurants so we're taking its word as gospel.

Read more: Food and drink in Nottingham

Time Out's top picks for Nottingham eateries include an upmarket fish and chip shop and a snug vegan café turned restaurant. So we've decided to put our spin on the publication's guide.

Below you will find eight of Time Out's top-ranking restaurants in Nottingham - with some recommendations of our own about what to order during your visit.

For visitors to the city, don't sleep on our epic food and drink scene, Nottingham is wildly underrated when it comes to restaurants and we foresee big things in our future. We think "Nottingham - city of food" has a great ring to it.

1. Restaurant Sat Bains

This one feels pretty obvious - Sat Bains is Nottingham's premier restaurant.

Boasting an incredible two Michelin Stars, the restaurant promotes the best of British produce and is passionate about sustainability.

What you should order: Go big or go home, order the 15-course tasting menu for a meal you'll remember for the rest of your life.

Book a table here.

2. The Cod's Scallops

Worthy of a visit for the name alone, this upmarket chippy is regarded as one of the best in Nottingham.

All the fish is caught daily and can be ordered baked, battered, or naked.

What you should order: Haddock and beef dripping chips (ask for batter scraps too!)

Order online here.

3. Alchemilla

Fine dining takes a quirky twist at Alchemilla. With a unique underground setting and a variety of imaginative tasting menus to accommodate your dietary needs, this is fine dining for the 2024 generation.

What you should order: Tasting menu (obviously) but look out for the chocolate and fermented mushroom dessert.

Book your table here.

4. George’s Great British Kitchen

This is a restaurant that celebrates all things British. From hearty pies to pimped-up fish and chips, George's is a place for comfort food done well.

It also has an epic breakfast menu, which you know is going to be good.

What you should order: Cod in curry batter or a whopping steak and IPA pie.

Book your table here.

5. No. Twelve Houndsgate

This one is for the vegans! No. Twelve is an award-winning plant-based restaurant in the heart of Nottingham.

It combines exceptional food with casual dining and has been hailed "one of the best plant-based restaurants in the UK".

What you should order: Small plates - Sticky Aubergine Baos, Brussels Kimchi Risotto and Cauliflower Satay  

Book a table here.

6. Jam Café

Bloody Marys and brunch are hot on the menu at Jam Café. It offers live music, unfussy food and cool coffee.

By day it operates as a European-style café bar, but by night, it turns into a live venue.

What you should order: Craft beer and brunch

Find out more here.

7. Sexy Mama Loves Spaghetti

There are no prizes for guessing what this saucy restaurant specialises in! With a rustic atmosphere and an ever-changing menu, this is a place for the pasta puritans.

What you should order: Spaghetti and sage meatballs

Book a table here.

8. Junkyard

Junkyard is for the cool kids who like craft beers, exceptional coffee, and funky cocktails.

The menu has been hailed by customers as one of the best-kept secrets in the city. Packed with big flavours that pack a punch and can be washed down with one of the bar's craft beers.

What you should order: The vegan burger (apparently it's the best in town).

Find out more here.